Orissa, Bihar and Sikkim assess the damage done by floods and the earthquake - News Roundup (01 to 15 October 2011)

Orissa and Bihar are dealing with floods and their aftermath. While the floodwaters are receding, several villages are still marooned in both states.

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11 Oct 2011, 8:43 pm

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The work of repair and rehabilitation begins now. Assessments are being done of the assistance –and funds- needed in these two states.

Sikkim is beginning to assess the full extent of the damage caused by the 18th September earthquake. In addition to the loss of life, livelihoods have been severely impacted. The earthquake is also raising questions about the safety of the many dams planned on the Teesta.